by John Knox 9/23/13 -
Today ushers in fall; and of course, the countdown to the final quarter of the year beginning Oct. 1. By virtue of that fact, it's the perfect time to begin preparing for victory on every front; Physical, financial and spiritual. to the born again believer, these 3 aspects of our covenant with the Father, are well within our reach, if we apply Jesus teaching and Apostolic d...octrine, to the difficulties we face daily. And, we can do that, by bringing those obstacles and mountains which seek to prevent our receiving everything that is ours, in line with our words. The key to that type of total victory, is found in Jesus foundational teaching on the mechanics of the operation of faith, in Mark 11. There He set forth for us the vital Kingdom Principle, which governs every single aspect of our spiritual walk, even our original confession, which transformed us into new creatures, and citizens, as well as, joint heirs of His Kingdom. (see Romans 8:8-10) In Mark 11: 23-24, Jesus taught Peter, and the others who were with Him, the principle of verbally applying spiritual authority, to a problem or circumstance, while at the same time being confident in our spirit that, our spoken words to the obstacle, has already become reality just as in His example with the fig tree. He cautioned, however, that doubt can not be allowed once we have spoken. Now, that's not complicated, although the traditions and doctrine of men, often seek to undermine this principle, and confuse or complicate the issue. Simply put, it's the same method by which we obtain our born again position, or salvation within the Kingdom! It's the same faith principle which Paul stated in Romans 8:9; "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved". But Paul goes on to further clarify that scriptural truth in the 10th verse by declaring..."For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." How simple is that? However, once understanding this important Kingdom Principle, we need to get a hold of the scriptural condition by which it operates, which Jesus included in His teaching in Mark 11;now take careful note of His command in vs. 25..."And when ye stand praying, forgive if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in Heaven may forgive you your trespasses." A simple command to assure the victorious operation of power and authority in our faith walk; a second confirmation of which is found in Paul's letter to the Galatians, in which he stated by inspiration of the Holy Ghost, telling them and us, that the key to operating in Jesus type of faith, and being successful imitators of His life and ministry, is understanding that it's not ritual or religious tradition, or any legalistic act which avails our victory, but rather the condition which Messiah Jesus set forth,(Mark 11:25), ...faith, which worketh by love." Galatians 5:6. I urge all serious believers to study with the Living Word Himself today, and make scriptural truth, the final authority in your life. Have a great day everybody!
Today ushers in fall; and of course, the countdown to the final quarter of the year beginning Oct. 1. By virtue of that fact, it's the perfect time to begin preparing for victory on every front; Physical, financial and spiritual. to the born again believer, these 3 aspects of our covenant with the Father, are well within our reach, if we apply Jesus teaching and Apostolic d...octrine, to the difficulties we face daily. And, we can do that, by bringing those obstacles and mountains which seek to prevent our receiving everything that is ours, in line with our words. The key to that type of total victory, is found in Jesus foundational teaching on the mechanics of the operation of faith, in Mark 11. There He set forth for us the vital Kingdom Principle, which governs every single aspect of our spiritual walk, even our original confession, which transformed us into new creatures, and citizens, as well as, joint heirs of His Kingdom. (see Romans 8:8-10) In Mark 11: 23-24, Jesus taught Peter, and the others who were with Him, the principle of verbally applying spiritual authority, to a problem or circumstance, while at the same time being confident in our spirit that, our spoken words to the obstacle, has already become reality just as in His example with the fig tree. He cautioned, however, that doubt can not be allowed once we have spoken. Now, that's not complicated, although the traditions and doctrine of men, often seek to undermine this principle, and confuse or complicate the issue. Simply put, it's the same method by which we obtain our born again position, or salvation within the Kingdom! It's the same faith principle which Paul stated in Romans 8:9; "If thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved". But Paul goes on to further clarify that scriptural truth in the 10th verse by declaring..."For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation." How simple is that? However, once understanding this important Kingdom Principle, we need to get a hold of the scriptural condition by which it operates, which Jesus included in His teaching in Mark 11;now take careful note of His command in vs. 25..."And when ye stand praying, forgive if ye have ought against any: that your Father also which is in Heaven may forgive you your trespasses." A simple command to assure the victorious operation of power and authority in our faith walk; a second confirmation of which is found in Paul's letter to the Galatians, in which he stated by inspiration of the Holy Ghost, telling them and us, that the key to operating in Jesus type of faith, and being successful imitators of His life and ministry, is understanding that it's not ritual or religious tradition, or any legalistic act which avails our victory, but rather the condition which Messiah Jesus set forth,(Mark 11:25), ...faith, which worketh by love." Galatians 5:6. I urge all serious believers to study with the Living Word Himself today, and make scriptural truth, the final authority in your life. Have a great day everybody!
